Accounting/ Finance Manager

Cost accounting managers must have strong communication, interpersonal, analytical and technology skills. Businesses seek individuals with at least five years’ experience and a bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance. An accreditation such as certified public accountant (CPA) or certified management accountant (CMA), as well as a master’s degree in business administration (MBA), is highly valued. Typical duties include: • Developing cost standards for materials and labor • Designing and implementing cost accounting systems • Analyzing production costs and recommending changes • Overseeing annual physical inventory • Hiring, training and supervising cost and inventory accounting staff Senior cost accountants should have strong technology skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems. Companies seek candidates who have at least three years of experience in a specialty, as well as a bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance. A master’s degree in business administration (MBA) or an accreditation such as certified public accountant (CPA) or certified management accountant (CMA) is highly valued. Typical duties include: • Analyzing manufacturing operations • Analyzing manufacturing equipment availability and utilization • Performing month-end cost accounting close • Maintaining cost accounting system and cost ledger • Performing life cycle cost-benefit analysis • Analyzing inventory valuations Robert Half Finance & Accounting, the world's leader in specialized financial staffing, provides exciting full-time opportunities in the areas of accounting, bookkeeping, finance, audit, taxation and more. We pioneered the professional staffing industry, and we've been successfully matching professionals with employers since 1948. Our proven proprietary processes, along with our relationships in 325 locations worldwide, allow us to provide you unparalleled access to exciting career opportunities. But don't take our word for it. Our company has appeared on Fortune® magazine’s list of “World's Most Admired Companies” since 1998, and 9 out of 10 of our customers would recommend our service to a colleague. Apply for this job now or contact our nearest office at 888.490.5461 for additional information. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be authorized to work in the United States. All applicants applying for Canadian job openings must be authorized to work in Canada. © 2019 Robert Half Finance & Accounting. An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking 'Apply Now' you are agreeing to Robert Half Terms of Use.